Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as we seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next evolution. This premium role demands a forward-thinking leader who can decode emerging trends and translate them into actionable strategies that will define our industry's future. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to pioneer breakthrough initiatives while maintaining our competitive edge in an accelerating world.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026+ technological, economic, and social disruptions
- Develop predictive models for market evolution and competitive positioning
- Architect strategic roadmaps for innovation adoption across 3-5 year horizons
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into product development
- Deliver executive briefings on emerging paradigms and their organizational impact
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness and track progress against strategic milestones
- Partner with R&D to prototype solutions for 2026 challenges
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite advisory
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Published thought leadership on future-oriented topics
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., AC/FS) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 3-5 year strategic implementations